Jackie Gordon

Age: 28Occupation: ArtistHometown: Warwick, Rhode IslandCurrently Resides in: New York, New YorkIf you were stranded on a desert island what 3 things would you bring and why?A pet companion so I'd have happy company!Fireworks so I could have some hope of getting saved (or a cell phone)!A gun to kill predators and hunt to survive! haha

What is your greatest achievement to date?Moving to New York with nothing, no job, a total city virgin, and finding my way — it proved to me I can do anything and am confident and independent.What is your favorite holiday and why?The 4th of July! The weather is nice+hot, there are great parades and American patriotic pride! And fireworks, barbeques... people are happy.Who is your favorite author?Jodi Picoult... such an array of interesting storylines — total page turners with twists at the end.Tattoo Count: 0Describe your idea of the ultimate date?Chivalry! A man to pick me up at home, nice dinner and genuine, interesting, intellectual conversation, followed by a Broadway show, art opening, a cultural activity to enjoy and be able to discuss together.What's your biggest date fear?Rejection. That I'd go out on a limb to make myself vulnerable to be open to get hurt. It's so painful and hard to get over, without feeling like there's something wrong with you.